Classic French Toast

Ingredients

• 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche or challah preferred)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2-3 tablespoons butter for cooking
• Maple syrup for serving
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

1. In a shallow bowl or pie dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
2. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.
3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 3-5 seconds on each side. The bread should be well-coated but not falling apart.
4. Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
5. Flip the French toast and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the second side until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Transfer cooked French toast to a plate and keep warm. Add more butter to the skillet as needed and repeat with remaining bread slices.
7. Serve immediately with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.